Highland Base - Kerlingarfjöll

Kerlingarfjöll is an adventure-seeker’s paradise and Highland Base is the staging ground for exploring this extreme wilderness deep in Iceland’s central highlands. We opened in July and we welcome all travelers, but we are still working on finalizing the resort. Read more

Campsite Service House

Shared facilities—kitchen, toilets, and showers—for campsite and huts. Summer only.

Highland Base Lodges

Private residences designed for supreme comfort. The ultimate in Highland Base accommodations.

Highland Base Baths

Opening this winter.

Highland Base Restaurant

80-seat restaurant with bistro comfort food, buffet dining, and a lounge.

Highland Base Hostel

Standard twin and family rooms offer coziness and warmth in a rustic atmosphere.

Highland Base Hotel

Deluxe rooms and luxury suites provide elevated comfort for lavish explorers.

Highland Base Dorm

Sleeping bag accommodations in a shared dormitory with kitchen and toilets. Summer only.

Highland Base Hostel Huts

A-frame hostel huts with sleeping bag accommodations. Summer only.

Highland Base Campsite

A spacious riverside campground. Summer only.

Campsite Service House

Shared facilities—kitchen, toilets, and showers—for campsite and huts. Summer only.

Highland Base Lodges

Private residences designed for supreme comfort. The ultimate in Highland Base accommodations.

For all travelers

Accommodations

Our oasis is your refuge. Take your pick. Premium rooms. Luxury suites. Private lodges. Find comfort in the heart of nowhere.

Highland Base Hotel

Bistro comfort food

Highland Base Restaurant

Hearty cooking. Alpine-style seating. Amazing views. Our restaurant will keep you cozy and fueled up for your next adventure.

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A snow-covered wonderland

Adventures

Kerlingarfjöll is the ultimate winter wonderland for adventure-seekers. Cross country skiing. Backcountry skiing. Snowmobiling. Hikes on demand. A world of adrenalizing thrills.

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An edge-of-your-seat journey

Getting here in winter

The highland routes are not serviced during wintertime. We can only be reached with a 4x4 super jeep driven by a professional.

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All travelers welcome

Highland Base Baths

Enjoy the relaxing pleasures of geothermal warmth in the heart of a snow-covered wilderness. Opening this winter.

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